Games of the Week – May 27

Looking for high-quality local soccer to watch LIVE, but don’t know where to start? NorCal Premier Soccer has you covered with our games of the week.

As it’s our belief that soccer should be supported at every level, NorCal will look to highlight the top professional, college, and amateur games in the region.

“He knows it is ‘player number twelve’ who stirs up the winds of fervor that propel the ball when she falls asleep, just as the other eleven players know that playing without their fans is like dancing without music.” – Eduardo Galeano

If your club isn’t listed below and you would like it to be, or you’re aware of a game you think should be featured, please email eream@norcalpremier.com.

But without further ado, here are this week’s listings:

Game of the Week: San Jose Earthquakes vs. LA Galaxy

When: Saturday May 27, 6:45 p.m.

Where: Avaya Stadium, San Jose

Competition: MLS

Additional Info: The first edition of California’s greatest soccer rivalry, the California Classico, is finally here as the San Jose Earthquakes play host to the LA Galaxy this Saturday at Avaya Stadium. After indifferent form early in the season, both sides are coming off of impressive victories, with the Earthquakes handing FC Dallas their first loss of the season last weekend and the Galaxy defeating MLS expansion side Minnesota United. Tickets are available here.

Game of the Week: Sonoma County Sol vs. Napa Valley 1839 FC

When: Saturday May 27, 7:00 p.m.

Where: Casa Grande High School, Petaluma

Competition: NPSL

Additional Info: The second edition of the Wine Country Derby sees NPSL expansion club Napa Valley 1839 FC travel to Petaluma still in search of their first-ever win. Meanwhile, after a strong start, the Sonoma County Sol are looking to regain their spot near the top of the table, where they sit just one point behind second-place Sacramento Gold in the standings. When the two sides met roughly a month ago, the match ended in a 2-2 draw. Tickets are available at the gate.